Comprehension Skills and 'Pop's Bridge' Quiz

What is the main comprehension skill being focused on this week?

• Identifying main ideas

• Comparing and contrasting

• Summarizing

• Predicting outcomes

Who is the author of the story 'Pop's Bridge'?

• Mark Twain

• Eve Bunting

• Roald Dahl

• J.K. Rowling

What does Robert use to identify his father among the workers?

• A green scarf

• A yellow jacket

• A red kerchief

• A blue hat

Why does Robert believe his father's job is more important?

• Because Skywalkers are more visible

• Because painters do not work on the bridge

• Because his father is the only one working

• Because Skywalkers have the most important job

What event causes Robert to realize the equal importance of all workers?

• A conversation with his mother

• A visit to the bridge site

• A dangerous incident with the scaffolding

• The completion of the bridge

How many men were saved after the scaffolding incident?

• Five

• Two

• Ten

• Twelve

What does Robert do with the final puzzle piece?

• Throws it away

• Keeps it for himself

• Gives it to his father

• Cuts it in half to share

What does the final puzzle piece symbolize?

• The completion of the bridge

• The importance of Skywalkers

• The teamwork of all workers

• The beauty of the bridge

What activity do people do on the bridge on opening day?

• Swim under the bridge

• Walk and dance

• Fly kites

• Drive cars

What does Robert wear around his neck during the celebration?

• A yellow tie

• A blue scarf

• A green bandana

• A red kerchief